Programs
Grass Masters Lawn Care Academy
Contact: Mitchell Mote
This course is annually offered aimed at homeowners and others who are actively involved in the management of their home lawn.
These sessions are scheduled for Thursday Nights starting August 15th, 2024 at 6pm the Lane Agri-Park Auditorium (Main Bldg), 315 John R. Rice Blvd in Murfreesboro.
There’s a really good chance you’ll learn way more than you bargained for about lawncare if you complete this lawncare course. You’ll learn about the different kinds of turfgrasses you can grow and how to manage them, options for establishing a new lawn, renovation tips for existing lawns, weed control, and fertilization.
If you have questions contact Mitchell Mote at mmote1@utk.edu.
“Check out link below for information about late March/early April weed control in home lawns.”
“Check out link below for information about voles in home lawns.” Grass Masters Lawncare Notes episode 2 04.07.2020
Rutherford County Farmers Market Educational Series
Every Tuesday and Friday during the Farmers Market we will have FREE mini-classes on a variety of horticultural and other topics and interests. These lively and fun classes will usually start at 9:00am and will be held in the Community Center Class Room. The Community Center is the building where the Farmers Market is held. Come to one…come to them all, you are sure to learn something new! For a list of programs click on the Farmers Market tab above. Garden Basic Class This course is designed for beginner or intermediate gardeners who wish to learn or to improve their skills. Ten topics are covered in five days. Classes usually last about three hours on the most common horticultural issues of the season. Classes are taught by certified Master Gardeners. More information about this class can be found on the Master Gardener Program.